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chloe (she/they)
@chloesnotscared.bsky.social
librarian, horror movie fiend, scary book reader, friend of cats, chicago
writing- chloesnotscared.com
podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-scared-a-horror-movie-podcast/id1832623186
everything else- https://linktr.ee/chloesnotscared
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4. THE HOUNDING by Xenobe Purvis. Five sisters are accused of turning into dogs in an 18th century England village. The book follows the townspeople as they try to sus out the truth from fiction. Beautiful and terse— not a word wasted. #LibFaves25
December 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM
5. VICTORIAN PSYCHO by Virginia Feito. A perfect blend of grisly horror and dark humor, the book follows the weird Winifred “Fred” Notty, a new governess to two older children at Ensor House. Already picked up by @a24movies.bsky.social , this book is destined to be a freaky lil classic. #LibFaves25
December 13, 2025 at 3:43 PM
6. KILLER ON THE ROAD by Stephen Graham Jones. And no, it’s not the only SGJ on my list. Technically it’s a rerelease but I was completely taken with this story. We don’t get a good highway horror every day. A teen running away from home becomes the target of a shapeshifting trucker. #LibFaves2025
December 12, 2025 at 3:52 PM
7. WHY I LOVE HORROR edited by @raforall.bsky.social with forward from
@sadiehartmann.bsky.social . A brilliant collection of essays from the biggest names in horror about how the genre helped them survive and thrive from childhood to present. Every story has something new to offer. #LibFaves2025
December 11, 2025 at 3:11 PM
8. THE SALVAGE by Anbara Salam. A slow-burn horror set in the 60’s in a small seaside Scottish town. Marta is hired as a diver to investigate a shipwreck. But after that first dive, she becomes convinced she’s being followed by a ghost. Eerie, atmospheric, and perfect for cold nights. #LibFaves2025
December 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
9. THE POSSESSION OF ALBA DÍAZ by Isabel Cañas. An appropriate transition from my romance obsession into horror, as Cañas’ books often have both. Alba must choose between her fiancé of convenience and a broody alchemist in this 18th century Gothic. The possession parts are quite scary! #LibFaves25
December 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
10. PROBLEMATIC SUMMER ROMANCE by Ali Hazelwood. As someone who primarily reads horror, it feels disingenuous to love Ali Hazelwood as much as I do. Her character-driven STEMinist romances bring me so much joy, and this age gap romance set in Italy is one of her best. #LibFaves25
December 9, 2025 at 4:09 AM
I reread my favorite book from age 18 and surprisingly, it held up.
September 8, 2025 at 9:35 PM
I just finished the book “The Black Guy Dies First: Black Horror Cinema From Fodder to Oscar” and omg why didn’t I read this sooner? So many films to watch, so many films to avoid, so much for this white person to think about. I loved it.
September 4, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Respecting the balance of Ghibli/Fincher.
August 20, 2025 at 2:47 AM
I’m bad at this but STAY TUNED FOR A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT on Tuesday… here’s a cat tax for your patience.
August 11, 2025 at 3:03 AM
August 6, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Celebrating Wes Craven’s birthday with The Wes Craven Hall of Fame. Read more, for free! chloesnotscared.substack.com/p/the-wes-cr...
August 2, 2025 at 11:21 PM
What are your 3 favorite films of 1999?

#filmsky
July 4, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Editing a podcast and I’m realizing something about my voice in a bad way…
July 3, 2025 at 2:06 AM
4 horror films that don’t deserve the hate they get:
June 25, 2025 at 2:07 AM
What’s a poster you had up in your room growing up?

This is the least embarrassing. I got teased for having pre Raphaelite art / musicals posters.
June 23, 2025 at 1:57 AM
As you prep for the big protest, I’ll be at work. You’re welcome to visit— to rest, pee, or just soak up ac. Libraries are for everyone! But with libraries under attack, we may need help. Read more here: open.substack.com/pub/chloesno...
June 14, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Yet another reason to support my work $$. You get a very special secret bonus— Not Scared: A Horror Movie Podcast.
June 11, 2025 at 9:21 PM
They’re going to play our livestream (I thiiiiiink) at this session or directly after it. Come by if you’re at #stokercon !!
June 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
What actor’s expression in a movie will stay with you the rest of your life?
May 21, 2025 at 2:13 PM
I wrote about 11 excellent fairy tale horror movies! How many Czech puppet movies are on the list? That’s a secret I’ll never tell. Xoxo chloesnotscared.substack.com/p/11-excelle...
May 19, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Will I ever take a quiz and NOT get Pam from The Office?

Take the fictional character quiz and post the first 4 you know:
May 18, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Cleaning out my family home; really emotional stuff. But some gems. My great grandmother grew up on a farm and became a commercial artist in Iowa. She painted the county fair beauty queens and prized livestock. She also was a big supporter of the UN and painted a lot of pro-diversity art.
May 11, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Now published!! Chicago Critics Film Festival roundup, with a spotlight on the speculative. Read on Substack or on chloesnotscared.com
May 10, 2025 at 1:52 PM